The Eta Aquariids meteor shower peaks in May of each year, per NASA. These meteors are specifically known for their speed, and Eta Aquariid meteors can travel about 40.7 miles (65.4 kilometers) per second into Earth's atmosphere, leaving trails behind them which observers can view for several seconds to minutes.

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Stargazers are in for a treat this May bank holiday as the Eta Aquarid meteor shower is set to light up UK skies. As many as 30 to 40 meteors per hour could streak across the predawn sky as the display reaches its peak on May 5. Taking place annually, the Eta Aquarid shower occurs when Earth passes through debris left behind by Halley's comet.